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    The top development employers hiring for chief of party roles

    We've analyzed Devex job postings from the last 12 months to gain a better sense of the organizations offering the most opportunities for chief of party candidates.

    By Genevieve Gregorio // 02 August 2024
    The U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID, relies on contractors and partner organizations for their development projects to bring in specific technical expertise and to help streamline logistical activities, since several USAID projects take place abroad. In most cases, it is also the responsibility of contractors and partners to recruit the needed professionals for a project. One leading role is the chief of party, or COP, a senior member responsible for USAID-funded projects. Those who will qualify for this position are expected to take charge and manage the implementation of development projects in target areas. As we continue our ongoing exploration of the top global development employers across locations and sectors around the world, we now look into the top employers hiring for COP positions in the last 12 months, based on jobs posted on Devex’s job board from July 15, 2023, to July 15, 2024. We’ve also included USAID grant reward data for each organization to provide further context on their USAID-funded activity. The top 5 global development employers for chief of party roles 1. Chemonics International Inc. Headquarters: Washington D.C., United States Year founded: 1975 COP jobs posted over the last year: 67 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $1.41 billion Chemonics International is a for-profit organization that works to provide technical assistance for the social, environmental, and political needs of communities worldwide. Chemonics was previously seeking a professional to oversee the implementation and provide overall leadership for the USAID-funded Resilient Communities and Sustainable Livelihoods project. Current COP opportunities with Chemonics include roles based in Ethiopia and Bangladesh. View all current job postings from Chemonics International on Devex. 2. RTI International Headquarters: North Carolina, United States Year founded: 1958 COP jobs posted over the last year: 30 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $340 million RTI International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing critical problems around the world through scientific research and solutions. RTI International previously sought a professional to work on the USAID-funded Water and Wastewater Climate Change Adaptation Activity, a project implemented to support adaptation strategies and climate change readiness in Egypt. View all current job postings from RTI International on Devex. 3. The Palladium Group Headquarters: multiple office locations. Year founded: 1965 COP jobs posted over the last year: 27 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $130 million The Palladium Group is one of the leading implementing organizations for international development programs and works with businesses, governments, and funding agencies all over the world. It previously had an opening for a chief of party to work on the USAID-funded New Workforce Development Activity in Ukraine. The five-year project would serve to support the upskilling and retraining of the labor force in the country. View all current job postings from The Palladium Group on Devex. 4. Tetra Tech Headquarters: Pasadena, California, United States Year founded: 1966 COP jobs posted over the last year: 25 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $397 million Tetra Tech is one of the leading global providers of consulting and engineering services in the fields of water, environment, infrastructure, and energy. It is currently seeking a chief of party to help lead its USAID-funded Enhance Activity, which is a five-year, $16.6 million contract currently in its second year of implementation aimed to strengthen citizen-centric local governance in Thailand. View all current job postings from Tetra Tech on Devex. 5. Save the Children USA Headquarters: Fairfield, Connecticut, United States Year founded: 1932 COP jobs posted over the last year: 24 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $215 million Save the Children is an international nonprofit organization that works to provide for and protect children around the world, especially during times of crisis. It previously sought a chief of party for the USAID-funded Civil Society Resilience Activity, a project to support civil society and grassroots organizers in Cambodia in their efforts for reforms and inclusive development. View all current job postings from Save the Children USA on Devex. Other top employers for chief of party roles • World Vision Headquarters: Federal Way, Washington, United States Year founded: 1950 Chief of Party jobs posted over the last year: 21 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $157 million View all current job postings from World Vision on Devex. • Management Systems International Headquarters: Arlington, Virginia, United States Year founded: 1981 Chief of Party jobs posted over the last year: 19 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $55 million View all current job postings from MSI on Devex. • Mercy Corps Headquarters: Portland, Oregon, United States Year founded: 1979 Chief of Party jobs posted over the last year: 19 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $208 million View all current job postings from Mercy Corps on Devex. • Counterpart International Headquarters: Washington D.C., United States Year founded: 1965 Chief of Party jobs posted over the last year: 18 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $29 million View all current job postings from Counterpart International on Devex. • International Development Group Advisory Services LLC Headquarters: Arlington, Virginia, United States| Year founded: 1988 Chief of Party jobs posted over the last year: 16 USAID total obligations (fiscal year 2023): $40 million View all current job postings from IDG on Devex. Ready to stand out from the crowd and get noticed by the recruiters who matter most? Update your Devex profile and start connecting with top global development recruiters now.

    The U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID, relies on contractors and partner organizations for their development projects to bring in specific technical expertise and to help streamline logistical activities, since several USAID projects take place abroad. In most cases, it is also the responsibility of contractors and partners to recruit the needed professionals for a project.

    One leading role is the chief of party, or COP, a senior member responsible for USAID-funded projects. Those who will qualify for this position are expected to take charge and manage the implementation of development projects in target areas.

    As we continue our ongoing exploration of the top global development employers across locations and sectors around the world, we now look into the top employers hiring for COP positions in the last 12 months, based on jobs posted on Devex’s job board from July 15, 2023, to July 15, 2024. We’ve also included USAID grant reward data for each organization to provide further context on their USAID-funded activity.

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      Genevieve Gregorio is a Data Quality and Knowledge Management Associate at Devex. She is part of the Data Collections Team, focusing on overall content strategy, ensuring quality and accurate data and providing support in research and analysis. She has a bachelor's degree in International Studies from Miriam College and a master's degree in Political Economy from the University of Asia and the Pacific.

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